Large country dedicated laundry room in Denver with an utility sink, louvered cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured benchtop and vaulted.

East Lake Addition

3D Builders

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with open cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured benchtop, orange walls, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Fort Collins Custom Build

Naturecraft Custom Homes

This is an example of a large arts and crafts l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, orange cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room - Texas Stone Home

BCI Custom Homes

Laundry room in Country stone home. Features granite countertops, mini farm sink, custom cabinets, and tile floors.
Mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room with accent wall.

User

A wonderful laundry room with so many interesting elements. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Design ideas for a large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, multi-coloured benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Just off the lake

Sazz Design

Photo of a transitional l-shaped laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

First Avenue Home

Kyle Petersen Construction

Inspiration for a single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Nehalem

Bergby Construction Inc

This laundry room has ample counter space for folding and a sink for hand washing. There's a hanging rod and open upper shelving for decoration or more storage.

Orange Laundry Room Design Ideas with Multi-Coloured Benchtop

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned laundry, complete with built-in cabinets, a laundry sink, washing machine and clothes dryer, can serve many needs. It can help simplify your household chores; store drying clothes and cleaning products; and can even provide a spot for you to groom pets. Because of its hardworking, multipurpose potential, a laundry renovation is a worthwhile investment. Smart laundry designs have layouts that save you time and effort. For example, a washing machine and clothes dryer should be positioned next to one another or stacked, and laundry baskets and hampers should be within easy reach; while an ironing board should be stowed by a power point. Ample storage, bench space for laundry baskets and practical lighting are also essential. Browse the photos on Houzz for efficient laundry ideas, from layouts and storage to appliances, and strike up a conversation with the designers of your favourite laundry renovations. For more laundry ideas, browse the Stories section on Houzz.

How do I add storage to my laundry?

A combination of storage solutions is key to running an efficient laundry. Include shelves above or beside the washing machine to store washing detergent, softener and other cleaning products; and laundry bins for dirty clothes. Consider a custom-built cupboard for an ironing board, so it can easily fold out when you need it, or mount the ironing board directly to the wall or on the back of a door. A retractable clothesline is a handy addition to dry delicate clothes, while a clothes hanger mounted to the wall is ideal for hanging freshly pressed shirts.

What else can I use my laundry for?

Multipurpose laundry rooms or utility rooms can help save valuable space in your home. The laundry sink can be used to bathe your furry friends; your laundry cupboard can store sports equipment, gardening tools and umbrellas; and a spare nook can be filled with a desk and chair to create an office space while you wait for your load to finish. If your laundry is at the front of the house, consider using it as a drop station for mail, mobile phones and keys. Include a bench seat or stool, wall-mounted hooks for bags and a coat stand and it can even be used as a place to get the kids organised before you walk out the front door.

How can I decorate my laundry?

Laundries are usually filled to the brim with appliances and storage, so take advantage of your walls when decorating and use cheery paint colours or wallpaper to make doing the chores more pleasant! Fun signs, posters, murals and wall decals will also add character to the space. Think of your storage as decor, too – look for bins and baskets with decorative touches, and use brightly-coloured or patterned hangers.